"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve used the Cirque III Pant for everything from spring ski tours to mixed alpine climbs. The softshell fabric sheds wind and light snow, and it’s durable enough for technical routes. I love the adjustability—it...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Grandridge GORE-TEX Jacket on a late-season mountaineering trip where the weather went sideways fast, and the GORE-TEX shell kept me completely dry through hours of mixed rain and sleet. The pit zips...
Our hands often get swampy in waterproof gloves, so we like the Outdoor Research Sureshot Softshell Glove for our winter hikes, cross-country skiing, and trips across town. The 2-layer softshell features plenty of stretch for manual dexterity with wind-resistant...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I threw this on for a chilly evening dog walk and never wanted to take it off. The zip-through pocket kept my hands warm without me having to dig for a real pocket.""Some days don't call for a full jacket, just...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I wear these shorts almost every day in the summer. They’ve handled scrambling in the Cascades and long days in the saddle. Super comfy, tough, and breathable, and the zip pocket is perfect for my keys or cards.""When...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Eclipse Sun Tank on a multi-day desert trip and it crushed it. It’s super soft, dries fast, and the UPF 50+ gave me confidence in full sun. Bonus—it doesn’t get funky after long days thanks to...
We make the most of days in-bounds in the Snowcrew Bib Pant. With Outdoor Research's waterproof Ventia technology, targeted insulation in the spaces we need most, and a mechanical stretch fabric that doesn't hinder our range of motion, this bib pant has...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore this on a windy dawn ski tour under my shell and the hood sealed the gap at my neck perfectly. It kept pace through a sweaty skin track and a cold, exposed ridge without ever needing a layer change.""Early...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This fleece has become my daily go-to for both trail days and town. The Polartec 200 fabric breathes well, keeps me warm, and the shoulder overlays make it extra durable under packs. Super solid as a standalone...
Fewer pants excel at the crag or on the trail in the shoulder season like the Ferrosi Convertible Pant from Outdoor Research. Not only do these drawers wick away moisture, but once things heat up they stay true to their name and we can switch from pants...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve been rocking the Carbide Bib Pant for storm days and sunny spring laps alike, and it just works. The Pertex Shield fabric keeps me dry in wet snow while still letting me breathe on long hikes. I especially...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I grabbed this for cold, rainy walks around town when I wanted something a little different than another beanie. It sheds light drizzle well and packs flat enough to stash in a coat pocket.""A beanie isn't the...
Outdoor Research packed the Freewheel Ride Pant with ride-ready features to keep us rolling through trails without any hesitation. Along with a trim silhouette, these pants have a stretchy, durable fabric and technical fit features that improve our comfort,...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “This is one of those jackets I keep grabbing year-round. It’s light enough to live in my pack, breathable when I’m moving, and still warm enough for chilly starts or coffee runs. The insulation feels surprisingly...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wear the Astroman Full-Zip Sun Hoodie on any exposed hike or climb. It’s breathable, doesn’t cling when I sweat, and the full zip makes it super easy to throw on or vent. The new zip pockets are a nice upgrade...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""These are my favorite shorts for summer climbs and hikes. The Ferrosi fabric stretches just right, dries fast after river crossings, and feels super light. The 10-inch inseam gives enough coverage without being...
The Ferrosi 7in short is a tried-and-true short with a performance we can rely on for multi-sport adventures. It's soft, strong, stretchy, free-flowing, and ready for practically anything we throw its way. And yeah, if that includes getting wet, its fast-drying...
The legacy Outdoor Research Crocodile Classic Gaiters are back for more seasons of high-mountain expeditions. The fitted, adjustable, over-the-calf design offers reliable coverage, bolstered by 3-layer GORE-TEX fabric and durable Cordura reinforcements.
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I love using the Ferrosi Trail Gaiters on dusty and rocky trails where keeping debris out of my shoes is key. They’re lightweight and breathable, so I barely notice them, but they still offer great protection....
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore these on a steep, scrambly hike and the articulated knees meant I never felt restricted on the climbs. The higher back waist stayed put every time I sat down for a break, which is rare in a hiking pant.""A...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I use the Alpinite GORE-TEX Glove for everything from ice climbing to stormy backcountry tours. The fit gives me great grip and feel without sacrificing warmth, and I can still operate my phone when I need to....
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve put the Cloudchaser Bibs through wet storm days, windy ridgelines, and warm spring tours. The swing hatch is a game changer, and the stretch panels and articulated fit make long climbs way more comfortable....
Fewer pants excel at the crag or on the trail in the shoulder season like the Ferrosi Convertible Pant from Outdoor Research. Not only do these drawers wick away moisture, but once things heat up they stay true to their name and we can switch from pants...
Warm up your paws on the mountain with Outdoor Research’s Carbide Sensor Mitt. With toasty VerticalX insulation, the Carbide Sensor is perfect for cutting out the cold and amping up warmth when the mercury dives down, while a robust GORE-TEX shell cuts...
